Openings & Closings

The West Loop store was Wal-Mart's first neighborhood market in Chicago. 

Simon's Tacos opened Monday at the former home of La Palapita, 4263 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Owner Dan Cullinan expects to reopen Friday afternoon and has already planned an Irish New Year party.

There will be 10 to 12 dishes offered, each a variation on a single ingredient such as a sunflower.

The Andersonville location, 5609 N. Clark St., is currently offering a free first class.

Harold's also lost a lease as R2 Companies plans a gut renovation at 800 W. Washington.

New 1620 N. Milwaukee cafe is planning to offer coffee from many local and national roasters, plus tea.

The restaurant at 1442 W. 103rd St. in Beverly is among three businesses closed in recent weeks.

Finest Foods & NY Subs products include fresh vegetables, quality meats and gluten-free products.

The owner said the last day for the restaurant/record shop, 3835 W. Fullerton Ave., is New Year's Eve.

The popular Filipino fast food restaurant Jollibee opened Thursday morning.

Channeling Little Havana, the rum bar serves up Latin American staples and impressive cocktails. 

The children's clothing store opened in July 2015, refusing to stock booty shorts and other such items.

Once a hub of gang activity, the corner of Lawrence and Sacramento is poised for transformation.